Job summary
The Apprentice will work as part of the Nursery Team under supervision to provide high quality childcare whilst meeting the personal and emotional needs of individual children.
The successful applicant will receive Induction and training appropriate to the activities they will undertake, and during this induction period will be enrolled to the Advanced Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship with the Training Provider.
The Apprentice will be expected to complete the elements of the apprenticeship within the 18 months' timeframe. The apprenticeship includes:
- Apprenticeship Standard (demonstration of practical skills; techniques and/or knowledge required to perform in the job role)
- Technical Certificate
- Functional Skills in English and Maths at Level 2
- Health and Safety and Employee rights and responsibilities
- End Point Assessment
Additional working pattern details: Working 7.5 hour shifts between hours of 07:00-18:00
Main duties of the job
To work alongside Nursery Practitioner's and Nursery Assistants supporting Children aged 0-5 years in their care and learning to meet the Early Years Statutory Framework., whilst completing a level 3 qualification in Childcare.
About us
We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one of our innovative hospitals. As well as generous annual leave allowance, access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To attend all mandatory components of the Apprenticeship Standard including:
- Corporate induction
- GHNHSFT mandatory training
- Department based vocational assessments
- Progress review meetings
To undertake training as required and agreed with the mentor, supervisor and external assessor and complete competencies relevant to the work area / department.
Contribute to good standards of hygiene and cleanliness within the nursery setting
Understand and apply confidentiality within the work place, to be flexible in meeting the needs of the Nursery, i.e. working within different units of the Nursery and hours of work
To undertake any other duties to support the Nursery Nurses and other Nursery staff to provide an efficient service
Communications and Working Relationships
Parents/Guardians/Carers
Children
Local Education Authority (LEA)
Early Years and Childcare Services , Ofsted , Training Provider and People Development Team
Most Challenging part of the job
- Meeting the diverse needs of children aged 3 months to 4.11 years
- Managing time effectively
- Supporting Nursery Nurses/staff to meet the needs of the parents/guardians/carers acting professionally, compassionately and consistently in day to day sensitive situations
Physical effort and working conditions
- Dealing with children in an environment with noise, smell, bodily fluids and head lice.
- Manual handling
- Bending, kneeling and crawling
Job description
Job responsibilities
To attend all mandatory components of the Apprenticeship Standard including:
- Corporate induction
- GHNHSFT mandatory training
- Department based vocational assessments
- Progress review meetings
To undertake training as required and agreed with the mentor, supervisor and external assessor and complete competencies relevant to the work area / department.
Contribute to good standards of hygiene and cleanliness within the nursery setting
Understand and apply confidentiality within the work place, to be flexible in meeting the needs of the Nursery, i.e. working within different units of the Nursery and hours of work
To undertake any other duties to support the Nursery Nurses and other Nursery staff to provide an efficient service
Communications and Working Relationships
Parents/Guardians/Carers
Children
Local Education Authority (LEA)
Early Years and Childcare Services , Ofsted , Training Provider and People Development Team
Most Challenging part of the job
- Meeting the diverse needs of children aged 3 months to 4.11 years
- Managing time effectively
- Supporting Nursery Nurses/staff to meet the needs of the parents/guardians/carers acting professionally, compassionately and consistently in day to day sensitive situations
Physical effort and working conditions
- Dealing with children in an environment with noise, smell, bodily fluids and head lice.
- Manual handling
- Bending, kneeling and crawling
Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- GCSE Grade D/3 in English and Maths, or equivalent (e.g. Functional Skills Level 1 Literacy & Numeracy)
- Are highly motivated and good interpersonal skills
- Demonstrates what it meant by and the factors which contribute to a safe environment
- Treating people with dignity and respect
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within a childcare setting
- A knowledge and understanding of Ofsted's Full Day care National Standards
Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- GCSE Grade D/3 in English and Maths, or equivalent (e.g. Functional Skills Level 1 Literacy & Numeracy)
- Are highly motivated and good interpersonal skills
- Demonstrates what it meant by and the factors which contribute to a safe environment
- Treating people with dignity and respect
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within a childcare setting
- A knowledge and understanding of Ofsted's Full Day care National Standards
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
